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Theme park days
Plan one park per day and buy tickets before you travel.
Florida, USA
Orlando
The theme-park capital, built for families
Orlando is the easiest big family trip in the US: parks, resorts and an airport that connects almost everywhere.
Quick facts
Orlando at a glance
The basics most travellers check before they start planning.
Best time to visit
Late January to early March and September avoid both crowds and peak heat.
Recommended trip
4–7 days
Typical travel style
Family vacations, theme parks and group trips
Getting around
Rental car, resort shuttles and rideshare
Weather & climate
Hot and humid May to September with afternoon storms; mild and dry winters
Ideal for
Family, Theme parks, Budget-friendly, Group trips
Explore
Explore Orlando
Start with what you're most interested in — each area of the destination in one place.
Family Activities
Things that work with kids in tow.
Explore →Attractions
Landmarks, museums and sights worth building a day around.
Explore →Things to Do
The experiences most visitors plan their days around.
Explore →Shopping
Markets, main streets and outlet centres.
Explore →Food & Dining
Local dishes, food districts and where to eat well.
Explore →Outdoor Adventures
Parks, water, trails and day trips out of the city.
Explore →Neighborhoods
How the area breaks down and where to base yourself.
Explore →Things to do
Top things to do in Orlando
Experiences worth planning your days around. Availability and pricing are always shown by the travel partner, never by Zaventra.
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Kennedy Space Center
An hour east on the coast, a full day out.
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Airboat and wildlife tours
Alligator spotting on the lakes south of the city.
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Outlet shopping
Two large outlet centres on International Drive.
Where to stay
Find hotelsWhere to stay in Orlando
Pick the area that suits your trip first, then compare hotels with our booking partner.
Near the theme parks
Best for families who want short transfers and shuttle access.
Find hotels here →Getting there
Getting to Orlando
How most travellers arrive, and what to weigh up before booking.
Flying
Orlando International (MCO) has direct flights from most US cities.
Driving
About four hours from Miami and two from Tampa on I-4.
Bus
Coach services connect Orlando with most Florida cities.
Train
Brightline runs between Orlando airport and South Florida.
- Orlando International (MCO) has direct flights from most US cities.
- A rental car is worth it unless you stay on a resort shuttle route.
- Drive time from Miami is roughly four hours.
Getting around
Getting around Orlando
What actually works once you arrive.
Rental car
The most flexible option if you're visiting more than one park.
Resort shuttles
Free at many hotels — check the schedule before skipping a car.
Rideshare
Reliable between parks, though surge pricing hits at closing time.
Walking
Only really practical inside the parks and along I-Drive.
Airport transfers
Shared shuttles and rideshares run constantly from MCO.
Food & dining
What to eat in Orlando
Beyond the parks, Orlando has a strong casual dining scene built for families.
Local specialities
- Florida citrus and key lime pie
- Gulf seafood
- Cuban-influenced sandwiches
International Drive
The biggest concentration of family restaurants and buffets.
Winter Park
Park Avenue cafés and a calmer, more grown-up evening out.
Disney Springs & CityWalk
Sit-down dining without a park ticket.
Plan your trip
What a Orlando trip costs
Park tickets are usually the biggest line item — budget for them before hotels.
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